Lodge Ylang Ylang ****

Featuring a footpath leading to Manzanillo Beach, 10 minutes’ walk away, Lodge Ylang Ylang’s charming bungalows are set in Palapa-style huts. The resort offers a spa, an outdoor pool, attractive gardens and amazing views of the Pacific Ocean.

Each bungalow features a terrace overlooking the surrounding rainforest and ocean. All bungalows have a thatched roof, and simple décor with teak furnishings. There is a seating area with a sofa and a TV, as well as a private bathroom.

The resort restaurant offers a range of creative Costa Rican cuisine, including local seafood dishes. There is also a bar, a library and a TV room.

The Ylang Ylang’s spa offers a range of treatments, including massage and facials.

Activities in the surrounding area include kayaking, surfing, horse riding and diving. Cabo Blanco National Park is a 40-minutes drive away, while the Montezumas Waterfalls are 25 km from Ylang Ylang.